The official RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification 2026 (CEN 05/2026) is now live. Submit your online applications between 15 September and 14 October 2026. Review complete eligibility requirements, important dates, and the selection process here.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have officially invited applications for 365 Nursing Superintendent vacancies. The recruitment process began on 15 September 2026 and concludes on 14 October 2026. Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level 7, starting with a base salary of ₹44,900. Find comprehensive details below regarding eligibility criteria, the application process, exam syllabus, and selection stages.
RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification 2026 Released
The RRB Nursing Superintendent Notification 2026 is now available, outlining 365 career opportunities. The document contains critical information, including vacancy distribution, application fee structures, eligibility benchmarks, and the upcoming exam pattern. Candidates are advised to review the full notification carefully before starting their online application.
Download RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 Overview
Review the essential highlights of the RRB Nursing Recruitment 2026 campaign in the summary table provided below.
| RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | RRB Nursing Superintendent Recruitment 2026 |
| CEN Number | CEN 05/2026 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Post Name | Nursing Superintendent |
| Total Paramedical Vacancies | 365 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | 14 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Basic Pay | ₹44,900 |
| Selection Process | CBT, Document Verification, Medical Examination, Final Merit List |
| Official Website | rrbcdg.gov.in / rrbapply.gov.in |
How to Apply Online for RRB Nursing Superintendent 2026
The online application portal for the RRB Nursing Superintendent post is officially active. Interested and eligible candidates should submit their forms through the official RRB website before the deadline of 14 October 2026. Ensure all details are accurate, supporting documents are uploaded according to the specified requirements, and the application fee is paid promptly to secure your candidature.
Click Here: RRB Nursing Superintendent Online Application Link
Important Recruitment Dates
Stay updated with the following critical timeline for the 2026 RRB Nursing Superintendent vacancy.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CEN 05/2026 Indicative Notice | 12 September 2026 |
| Application Begins | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Modification window for corrections in application form (with modification fee) | 17 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 |
| Dates for eligible scribe candidates to provide scribe details | 27 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 |
Related Resource: RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026
RRB Nursing Superintendent Vacancy Distribution
There are 365 total vacancies allocated for the Nursing Superintendent role, spanning multiple Railway regions and units.
| RRB | Railway/Unit | Nursing Superintendent Vacancies |
| Bhopal | WCR | 15 |
| Bengaluru | SWR | 9 |
| Bhubaneswar | ECoR | 4 |
| Bilaspur | CR/SECR | 12 |
| Chennai | SR | 27 |
| Gorakhpur | NER | 24 |
| Guwahati | NFR | 18 |
| JAMMU-SRINAGAR | NR/RCF | 4 |
| Kolkata | ER/Metro/SER | 74 |
| Malda | ER/SER | 18 |
| Mumbai | CR | 33 |
| Muzaffarpur | ECR | 15 |
| Patna | ECR/RWP | 10 |
| Prayagraj | BLW/NCR/NR | 20 |
| Ranchi | ECR/SER | 13 |
| Secunderabad | SCR/SCoR | 53 |
| Siliguri | NFR | 16 |
| Total | 365 |
RRB Nursing Superintendent Eligibility Criteria 2026
To be eligible for the Nursing Superintendent position, candidates must meet the specific age, medical, and educational standards mandated by the Railway Recruitment Board.
Educational Qualification
Candidates are required to possess the following educational credentials:
| Post | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Nursing Superintendent | Certificate as Registered Nurse and Midwife having passed 3 years course in General Nursing and Midwifery from a school of Nursing or other institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council OR B.Sc Nursing. |
Applicants must have acquired the necessary educational and technical qualifications by the application closing date of 14 October 2026. Candidates currently awaiting final exam results are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit
The eligible age bracket for applicants is 20 to 40 years as of 1 January 2027. Reserved category candidates are entitled to age relaxations according to current government guidelines.
Age Relaxation Details
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC-NCL | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
Medical Standards
Please refer to the official notification for complete details regarding medical fitness requirements.
| RRB Nursing Superintendent Medical Criteria | ||
| Medical Standard | General Fitness | Vision Standards |
|---|---|---|
| B-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D) Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required Must pass the test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Mesopic vision |
| C-1 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required |
| C-2 | Physically fit in all respects | Distance Vision: 6/12, nil with or without glasses Near Vision: Sn. 0.6 combined |
Application Process for RRB Nursing Superintendent 2026
Follow these systematic steps to successfully complete and submit your RRB Nursing Superintendent application form.
- Visit the official portal rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on Apply and select Create an Account to complete registration with Aadhaar verification.
- Log in using your credentials and select your preferred RRB Zone.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and nursing registration details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and necessary certificates.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Required Documents
Ensure you have all necessary documents ready both for the online application process and for the later Document Verification (DV) stage.
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- GNM/B.Sc Nursing certificate, as applicable
- Nursing registration certificate
- Valid identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving Licence
- Date of birth proof
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Scanned signature
- Category certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- NOC (No Objection Certificate), if applicable for candidates working in government organisations
- Other documents specified in the official recruitment notification
RRB Nursing Superintendent Application Fee
Candidates must remit the required examination fee upon submission. Fee structures vary by category, and eligible candidates may be entitled to a partial refund following their appearance in the Computer Based Test (CBT), as per official terms.
| RRB Nursing Superintendent Application Fees | ||
| Category | Application Fee | Refund for Appearing in CBT |
| All candidates (except categories below) | ₹500/- | ₹400/- (after bank charges) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities, EBC | ₹250/- | ₹250/- (after bank charges) |
Selection Process for 2026
The selection procedure comprises the following mandatory stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Empanelment/Appointment
Candidates will be shortlisted for document verification based on their performance in the CBT. Final selection depends on the successful completion of document verification and meeting all prescribed medical fitness standards.
RRB Nursing Superintendent CBT Exam Date
The official CBT exam date for the 2026 Nursing Superintendent post has not yet been announced. The schedule will be released shortly on all official regional RRB websites.
Stay tuned for updates regarding your specific exam date, shift timings, and center location, which will be accessible via city intimation slips and downloadable e-call letters.
Exam Pattern 2026
The CBT consists of 100 objective-type questions worth 100 marks. The standard duration is 90 minutes, while PwBD candidates utilizing a scribe are allotted 120 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam Duration: 90 minutes
PwBD Candidates (with scribe): 120 minutes
Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for every incorrect response
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Refer to the CEN for details regarding minimum qualifying percentage thresholds.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 40% |
| OBC-NCL/SC | 30% |
| ST | 25% |
Syllabus Overview
The syllabus focuses on core nursing subjects supplemented by General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, and General Science. Candidates should prepare systematically based on the topics detailed in the official recruitment guidelines.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Professional Ability – Nursing | Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Nursing Foundations, Psychology, Microbiology, Sociology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Genetics, Medical-Surgical Nursing (Adult including Geriatrics)-I, Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, Management of Nursing Services and Education |
| General Arithmetic | Number System, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square Root, Age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, Pipes and Cistern |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement-Arguments and Assumptions |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History including Freedom Struggle, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues, Sports, General Scientific and Technological Developments |
| General Science | Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences up to 10th Standard CBSE level |
Participating RRBs
Aspirants can utilize the following regional RRB websites to track updates and gather specific information regarding their jurisdiction.
| Region | Website |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | rrbahmedabad.gov.in |
| Chennai | rrbchennai.gov.in |
| Muzaffarpur | rrbmuzaffarpur.gov.in |
| Ajmer | rrbajmer.gov.in |
| Gorakhpur | rrbgkp.gov.in |
| Patna | rrbpatna.gov.in |
| Bengaluru | rrbbnc.gov.in |
| Guwahati | rrbguwahati.gov.in |
| Prayagraj | rrbald.gov.in |
| Bhopal | rrbbhopal.gov.in |
| Jammu-Srinagar | rrbjammu.nic.in |
| Ranchi | rrbranchi.gov.in |
| Bhubaneswar | rrbbbs.gov.in |
| Kolkata | rrbkolkata.gov.in |
| Secunderabad | rrbsecunderabad.gov.in |
| Bilaspur | rrbbilaspur.gov.in |
| Malda | rrbmalda.gov.in |
| Siliguri | rrbsiliguri.gov.in |
| Mumbai | rrbmumbai.gov.in |
Note: Candidates are restricted to applying to only one RRB with a single application. Ensure your registered mobile number and email ID remain active to receive all critical recruitment notifications.
Salary and Benefits
The role is positioned at Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC, offering an initial basic salary of ₹44,900, plus additional allowances and benefits mandated by Railway service rules.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 7 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹44,900 |
| Pay Commission | 7th CPC |
| Allowances | As applicable under Railway rules |
| Medical Standard | C1 |